Hydrotherapy is one of the most commonly used methods of treatment. It is used for the treatment of diseases related to: bones, the cardiovascular and immune system, muscle pain and disorders such as stress, anxiety or depression. Thus, it is no secret that this holistic medicinal technique obtains excellent...

A dog’s pads perform similar functions as the soles of its feet: providing protection to the legs and cushioning the body during movements. The skin of this region is thicker and more resistant than the skin of the body. This aids to withstand impact and erosion caused by direct contact to the ground....

Despite their tiny size, fleas are a major nuisance. They are attracted to other living beings as they can use them as hosts for warmth, protection and, most importantly, a source of sustenance. Their presence for the host, however, is not mutually beneficial. They can cause skin irritation which leads to a...

With all the fur our four legged companions can have, especially long haired breeds like the Afghan Hound, it can be easy to forget dogs have skin at all. Like our own heads of hair, it is the skin underneath which affects the quality of hair as much as our hair itself. Most dogs have fur all over their...

Regardless of whether they infect a dog, cat or a horse, the tick is one of the most annoying and dangerous external parasites. Not only is it difficult to eliminate but it poses a great danger to the animal's health as they can transmit several diseases. Horses are strong and healthy mammals, but they...

Wrinkly faced pups need extra special care. Pugs, bulldogs and other wrinkly dogs need your love, care, and attention when it involves cleanliness of the wrinkles and ridding the skin of infection around their folds. The skin folds and wrinkles may be adorable in appearance, but they provide the ideal breeding...

We will never get tired of repeating that any pet that you decide to take into your home is going to need your time and care. Your pet should undergo regular veterinary checks, as its health and well-being should be assessed by the corresponding professional.
Birds are no exception. Even though they...

If you have decided to welcome a dog into your home, you must know one of the fundamental mistakes that as an owner you cannot allow, but that it's sadly all too common: Humanizing your dog. Dogs do not need to be held like a baby, they don't need coats in winter - in most cases -, and they do not need...

Did you know that ferrets molt or shed their fur? Ferrets, like other mustelids and mammals in general, shed their coat depending on which season they are about to enter.
This molting process is much more pronounced in wild animals than those bred in captivity for commercial sale, as there is more cause...

It's in most cats' nature to hate being washed - they don't like being wet or excessively handled, and they especially dislike being consciously rubbed. However, there are some occasions when you need to wash your cat one way or another. It all depends on the circumstances.
If you didn't get your cat used...

Many people ask this question and there are many different hypotheses. Some people believe it is not good to bathe rabbits, because they are very clean animals and they are constantly preening themselves (much like cats). Rabbits have a protective layer on their skin that could be washed away and they...

Boxer dog puppies are tender and sweet, little balls full of energy that melt our hearts as soon as they step into our homes. Among the most important things when caring for a puppy, we must emphasize nutrition, education and hygiene. But when is the right time to bathe a boxer puppy for the first time?...